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SMI data shows Delta outbreak not impacting future advertising demand
New Zealand’s advertising market has continued its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic by reporting a record level of July ad spend.
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Chemistry drives online sales via ONEPURE digital campaign
On a mission to cut through unnecessary jargon and build direct online sales, Chemistry has launched a new social media campaign for ONEPURE.
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Daylight Creative becomes strategic and creative partner for Middlemore Foundation
Middlemore Foundation partners with Daylight Creative to create a renewed vision for its role in South Auckland.
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Proximity and BrandWorld win George Weston Foods
George Weston Foods Baking New Zealand has appointed Proximity NZ and BrandWorld as their creative agencies after a competitive pitch.
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Ovato Retail Distribution completes sale to Are Media
After receiving approval from the Commerce Commission last week, Ovato Retail Distribution New Zealand has been sold to Are Media.
Movings & Shakings
Leadership change at Clemenger Group
After 23 years as Chairman and CEO of the Clemenger Group, Robert Morgan will hand his CEO responsibilities to Les Timar.
Movings & Shakings
Youth Culture directing talent Connor Pritchard signs with Wabi Sabi
Nike Sportswear pinned him as one to watch. Now Wabi Sabi Media Group has secured him as a Commercial Director.
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Significant viewership sees TVNZ produce strong financial results
Live event TV audience numbers, continued growth of OnDemand, and improved market conditions have contributed to a strong financial year for TVNZ.
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MediaWorks uses dynamic DOOH feed to update listeners on Covid test wait times
MediaWorks is partnering with Time In The Line to give people the most up to date information when heading to the supermarket or to get a COVID test.
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Not just COVID driving big media audiences
Up-to-the-minute Covid-19 coverage continues to drive NZ Herald audiences to record levels, but Kiwis are also loving high quality lifestyle content.
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Lockdown sees Scroll Media partner publishers soar
Kiwis are turning to trustworthy news sources during lockdown and Scroll Media partner publishers have reported a big spike in visitors since Level 4.
Features
Social media magic: Knowing your audience and standing for something
Head of Strategy and Partner at Mosh Julian Thompson tells StopPress how businesses can better leverage Facebook & what social developments to expect.
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ASA calls for submissions on draft Financial Advertising Code
As part of its regular code review process, the ASA is welcoming comment on its new draft Financial Advertising Code.
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Subway, Publicis Worldwide launch ‘Feel Good’ campaign
Subway ANZ has launched a new campaign targeting a diverse consumer base united by a love of fresh food and the way eating healthier makes them feel.
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Clemenger Group unveils new parental leave policy
Clemenger Group has launched a new parental leave policy for staff embarking on their family journey and pursuing career aspirations.
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NZ Gardener debuts fresh new look
To celebrate 77 years of publication, Kiwis’ favourite gardening magazine NZ Gardener is debuting its fresh new look in a bumper September issue.
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Special strengthens strategy team
Special has added more firepower to its strategy team through a raft of promotions, fresh hires and new recruitment.
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Stuff and ReachMedia strike new partnership deal
ReachMedia has been selected as the distribution partner for Stuff Limited community newspapers for the entire Auckland Region.
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What The Monkeys winning ASB means for dentsu and DDB
Move over Cindy, you’ve dominated the news cycle long enough. Shady has some lockdown-worthy lowdown for you.
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Justin Mowday on ASB win and the future of The Monkeys New Zealand
Justin Mowday talks to StopPress about the pitch process, Accenture’s difference and growing the agency locally.
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Eight’s burgeoning directors are stars in the making
Australasian production company Eight’s newest directing talent are in the spotlight after receiving four talent nominations across two award shows.
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The Monkeys secures ASB account
ASB has appointed Accenture-owned The Monkeys as its new agency of record with the bank signing on as the agency’s foundational client in New Zealand.
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LUMO lights up Welly with new LED screen
LUMO Digital Outdoor has strengthened its foothold in Wellington with the unveiling of its new LED screen at one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares.
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New hires join RUN
Due to a season of continued growth, Māori-owned independent creative agency RUN is celebrating two new arrivals to the team.
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Outbrain announces Second Quarter 2021 earnings results
Leading recommendation platform for the open web, Outbrain, has announced its financial earning results for the second quarter ending 30 June, 2021.
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Traffic movement figures suggest Kiwis aren’t locking down as well as they did in 2020
The latest report from LENS shows Kiwis are moving about far more than they did in lockdown last year, supporting the narrative of lockdown fatigue.
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Luke Farmer to depart dentsu
September will be Luke Farmer’s last month at dentsu New Zealand. The Managing Partner announced his departure after almost a decade with the agency.
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NZME announces half year financial results
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has announced financial results for the half year ended 30 June 2021, reporting Statutory NPAT of $5.6 million.
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oOh! releases half year results
oOh!media has announced its financial results for the half year ended 30 June 2021.
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Mosh unveils annual NZ social media report
Mosh Social Media’s 2021 New Zealand Facebook and Instagram Report reveals the social strategies behind top Kiwi brands reaching millions of viewers.